Got the gig, need a Co.

**ASB** · 23 May 2006, 17:17

If you're happy with an umbrella then it's the right choice for you. Do a search on Giant etc. They all seem to get slagged off at various points and for various things. Might be best to use a pin.

**Spartacus** · 23 May 2006, 17:31

Originally posted by lukemg

Ok, scored a contract, need a company, Giant being recommended. Previously had a LTD Co and found it quite a lot of a pain because I am lazy and getting it closed down was a pain also went on for months etc. Wasn't exactly cheap either.
So, can anyone talk me out of an umbrella (6 months contract, not averse to going perm) ?

Why would anyone try to talk you out of it? It's your money, your choice, and your risk they will go bust taking it all with them.

**privateeye** · 23 May 2006, 17:41

Originally posted by lukemg

Ok, scored a contract, need a company, Giant being recommended. Previously had a LTD Co and found it quite a lot of a pain because I am lazy and getting it closed down was a pain also went on for months etc. Wasn't exactly cheap either.
So, can anyone talk me out of an umbrella (6 months contract, not averse to going perm) ?

You could try ContractorUmbrella.com, I know a couple of guys who use them and have no trouble. All contractor money is put in a trust fund so if the company goes under you still get paid, they also have a credit control facility and will pester those who do not pay. Totally legal no offshore or anything dodgy.

**DimPrawn** · 23 May 2006, 17:55

I've heard this one is a good one.

**Spartacus** · 23 May 2006, 20:08

Generally anything with "Prosperity" or "Safe" in the name is a good bet.

**Bovvered** · 24 May 2006, 06:52

I heard Durex was safe.

**Shimano105** · 24 May 2006, 07:49

Are you a yoof or summat?

"got the gig", "scored a contract"

P1ss off and get a shave ffs

**lukemg** · 24 May 2006, 07:52

Cheers Shim, very constructive, now on your bike....

**TheMonkey** · 24 May 2006, 08:37

Originally posted by Bovvered

I heard Durex was safe.

That's what I was told

Got the gig, need a Co.